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WASHINGTON — Marcin Gortat scored 20 points, John Wall had 11 points and 10 assists and the Washington Wizards beat the overmatched Philadelphia 76ers 111-76 on Monday. Washington went on a 20-3 run for a 27-11 lead late in the first quarter and coasted to the win. After closing the gap to 16 points with three minutes to play in the third quarter, the Sixers allowed the Wizards to go on a 14-0 run to give them an 85-55 lead just before the end of the period. Washington coach Randy Wittman removed his starters after three quarters. Seven Wizards scored in double figures. Kevin Seraphin, who played most of his minutes after the game was decided, had 14. Henry Sims scored 13...

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